We have reached the final stretch before the end of the legislative session. Last Wednesday was opposite house cutoff, which means it was the last day to pass bills from…
Category: Email Updates
Legislative Update: A Balanced Approach to Washington’s Budget
Dear neighbors, This week, House Democrats rolled out three major budget packages and a state revenue plan for the next two years. The proposals reflect our values and commitment to…
Long-Term Care Trust Act, College Affordability, Children’s Day, and a new survey!
The Long-Term Care Trust Act passed the House! The truth is everyone gets older. As we age, the majority of us will require some sort of assistance for regular, daily…
Tobacco 21, Revenue Proposals Survey, & Survey Results
Results: Your thoughts on controversial bills Thank you to those who participated in the controversial bills survey I sent out in my last newsletter! I asked you to share your…
Your Top Priority, Controversial Bills Survey, and Survey Results
Housing/Homelessness is Your #1 Priority Thank you to those who participated in the survey I sent out in my last newsletter! I asked you to share your opinion on issues…
Welcome to the 2019 Legislative Session
Dear friends and neighbors, Last week marked the beginning of the 2019 legislative session, and it is an honor to return once again to Olympia as your 11th Legislative District…
Rep. Bergquist’s Legislative Update: A new survey and reminders for the 2019 Legislative Session
With the election behind us and the 2019 session kicking off on January 14, this seems like a good time to touch base with you, remind you about the House…
Rep. Berquist’s 05/09/18 Update: State Need Grant / GET Prog. / Higher Ed Opportunities / Equal Pay / Breakfast After the Bell / Paraeducators / Credit Unions
In this e-Newsletter I want to give you an update on legislation passed this session that was not included in the paper mailer I sent out recently. Below you’ll find…
Rep. Bergquist’s Parks & Community Projects Survey
With the legislative session behind us, I now have time to follow up on district-specific issues. I am particularly interested in learning your thoughts on parks and community projects to…
Family First Center / 405 HOT Lanes / Budget / Voter Access / Public Records / Survey
Doug Baldwin Family First Center I am happy to report that we got $1.5 million in the House capital budget proposal for the Family First Center. If these funds are…